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Cherry Pie Bars

Delicious Cherry Pie Bars with sweet and tart layers, perfect for any occasion and reminiscent of warm family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the bars
  • 1 cup Butter, softened Use unsalted butter for better control over saltiness.
  • 2 cups Sugar Sweetness that balances perfectly with the tangy cherries.
  • 4 pieces Eggs Give that tender texture.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract A classic flavor booster.
  • 1/4 tsp Almond Extract Adds a delightful twist.
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour The foundation for our bars.
  • 1 tsp Salt Brings out all the flavors.
  • 2 cans Cherry Pie Filling (21 oz each) Sweet and tart — the star of the show.
For the glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar For the dreamy glaze.
  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract More deliciousness!
  • 1/2 tsp Almond Extract Double down on that wonderful flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Milk To get the perfect glaze consistency.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 15x10x1-inch baking pan.
  2. Cream together the softened butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the vanilla and almond extracts.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt, then gradually add to the creamed mixture. Mix until just combined.
  6. Spread 3 cups of the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
  7. Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the batter.
  8. Drop spoonfuls of the remaining batter over the cherry filling.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let the bars cool completely on a wire rack.
Glazing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, and milk until smooth.
  2. Once the bars are cooled, drizzle the glaze evenly over the top and let it set before cutting into squares.

Notes

For a time-saving trick, use canned cherry pie filling. If your batter gets too thick, add a splash of milk to loosen it up. Consider adding chopped nuts or a sprinkle of cinnamon for an extra pop of flavor.